A video has surfaced depicting an instance of assault occurring in a high school restroom. Time and location are still under investigation. The video has been disseminated widely on social media, dragging the police into a high-profile probe. The incident highlights the rising problem of online bullying, with social media platforms serving as a catalyst in the spread of abusive or harmful content.

Incidents of bullying are viewed with intense criticism within Japanese society. With a deep-rooted emphasis on harmony and smooth interpersonal relationships, society places immense pressure on victims and perpetrators alike. Added to this, the incident has forwarded the ongoing debate around the use of social media in spreading harmful content and Japan's legislation regarding the same.

In the US or EU, the handling of similar online bullying cases often involves stringent laws on cyberbullying. Both regions have been more forward in implementing stricter regulations on social media platforms, aiming to prevent the online spread of such incidents.